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CFJ 834L

1973 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,335 mi
Last recorded2,335 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 MG Mgb31,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFJ 834L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2025 2,335 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 2,262 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 2,149 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 1,959 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 1,774 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 1,298 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 29,577 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 29,527 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 29,386 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 29,126 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 28,561 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 28,388 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 28,098 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 27,917 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 27,487 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 26,872 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 26,513 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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CFJ 834L is a 1973 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 31,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CFJ 834L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 53 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CFJ 834L?

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What year was CFJ 834L registered?

CFJ 834L is a 1973 MG Mgb, first registered on 29 May 1973.

Is CFJ 834L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFJ 834L shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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